Director, Product and Innovation - Tokenisation

BNY Mellon; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services company in London is seeking a Director, Tokenisation to lead the strategy and development of digital asset payment solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong product management experience, technical knowledge of payment systems, and understanding of blockchain. This role involves defining product roadmaps, collaborating with clients, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Join an innovative team that influences global finance and drives technological advancements.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation

Generous paid leaves including volunteer time

Wellbeing programs and resources

Qualifications

• Vast experience in product management, payments, fintech, or digital assets.
• Technical understanding of payment networks and blockchain protocols.
• Familiarity with regulations related to payments, AML/KYC, and digital assets.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the product roadmap for digital asset payments.
• Translate business opportunities into product requirements.
• Collaborate with clients to co-create payment solutions.

Skills

Product management

Payments expertise

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, or related field

MBA or equivalent experience

Tools

Payment networks (ACH, SWIFT, RTP)

Blockchain protocols (Ethereum)

Job description

Director, Tokenisation

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting‑edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director, Tokenisation to join our Product & Innovation Team. This role is in London.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Director to lead the strategy, development, and commercialization of digital asset payment solutions. This role sits at the intersection of payments, blockchain, and financial services innovation. The ideal candidate will blend product expertise with a deep understanding of payment systems, stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and emerging digital asset rails to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable products for institutional and corporate clients.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy & Vision
• Define and own the product roadmap for digital asset–based payments, including stablecoin settlement, deposit tokens and cross‑border rails.
• Track market trends, regulatory developments, and customer needs to refine product strategy.
• Product Development & Delivery
• Translate business opportunities into clear product requirements and use cases.
• Work with engineering, design, and operations teams to deliver solutions that are scalable, compliant, and user‑friendly.
• Ensure interoperability with traditional payment infrastructure (ACH, SWIFT, RTP, card networks).
• Stakeholder & Client Engagement
• Collaborate with sales, relationship managers, and key clients to identify needs and co‑create payment solutions.
• Partner with compliance, legal, and risk functions to ensure products meet regulatory and security standards.
• Commercialization & Growth
• Partner with Product Commercialization to develop go‑to‑market strategies, pricing models, and performance metrics.
• Monitor adoption and client feedback to refine and scale offerings.
• Represent the firm in industry forums, client meetings, and with regulators on digital asset payment topics.
• Educate internal teams and clients on the value proposition of digital asset payments.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Experience: Vast experience in product management, payments, fintech, or digital assets. Prior experience with blockchain, stablecoins, or tokenisation strongly preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of payment networks (ACH, RTP, SWIFT, card schemes) and blockchain protocols (Ethereum, permissioned chains, Layer 2s).
• Regulatory Awareness: Familiarity with financial regulations related to payments, AML/KYC, and digital assets.
• Skills: Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to bridge technical details with commercial outcomes.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, or related field. MBA or equivalent experience a plus.

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Our Benefits and Rewards

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.